Overview
Ashkan Pirouz is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Los Alamitos, California.
Dr. Pirouz is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Geographic Atrophy.
Dr. Pirouz is board certified in American Board Of Ophthalmology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Pirouz is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3771 Katella Ave, Los Alamitos, CA 90720
6319 Greenleaf Ave, Whittier, CA 90601
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz by calling their office at 562-431-7345. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz a top-rated expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz is classified as an Distinguished expert for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz specialize in?
While Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, and Diabetic Retinopathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.
Does Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). You can view a list of Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ashkan N. Pirouz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 562-431-7345 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD)Dr. Pirouz isDistinguished. Learn about Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD).
- Diabetic RetinopathyDr. Pirouz isDistinguished. Learn about Diabetic Retinopathy.
- Late-Onset Retinal DegenerationDr. Pirouz isDistinguished. Learn about Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration.
- Advanced
- Central Serous ChorioretinopathyDr. Pirouz isAdvanced. Learn about Central Serous Chorioretinopathy.
- Geographic AtrophyDr. Pirouz isAdvanced. Learn about Geographic Atrophy.
- NeuroretinitisDr. Pirouz isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroretinitis.
- Retinal Artery OcclusionDr. Pirouz isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Artery Occlusion.
- Retinal DetachmentDr. Pirouz isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Detachment.
- Retinal Vein OcclusionDr. Pirouz isAdvanced. Learn about Retinal Vein Occlusion.
- Experienced
- Acute Posterior Multifocal Placoid Pigment Epitheliopathy (APMPPE)
- Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)
- AmblyopiaDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Amblyopia.
- AniridiaDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Aniridia.
- Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD)Dr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Bietti Crystalline Dystrophy (BCD).
- CataractDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Cataract.
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Cone DystrophyDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Cone Dystrophy.
- Cone Rod Dystrophy Amelogenesis Imperfecta
- Cone-Rod DystrophyDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Cone-Rod Dystrophy.
- Doyne Honeycomb Retinal DystrophyDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Doyne Honeycomb Retinal Dystrophy.
- EndophthalmitisDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Endophthalmitis.
- GlaucomaDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Glaucoma.
- Hyperferritinemia-Cataract SyndromeDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Hyperferritinemia-Cataract Syndrome.
- Kallikrein HypertensionDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Kallikrein Hypertension.
- NearsightednessDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Nearsightedness.
- Ocular Hypertension (OHT)Dr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Ocular Hypertension (OHT).
- Punctate Inner ChoroidopathyDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Punctate Inner Choroidopathy.
- Stargardt Macular DegenerationDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Stargardt Macular Degeneration.
- Usher SyndromeDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome.
- Usher Syndrome Type 2ADr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Usher Syndrome Type 2A.
- UveitisDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Uveitis.
- Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada DiseaseDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada Disease.
- Walker Dyson SyndromeDr. Pirouz isExperienced. Learn about Walker Dyson Syndrome.